5 days ago · In North Carolina, the most recent case of High Path Avian Influenza was reported in a Hyde County egg-laying operation on Jan. 8. The first human death reported was in Louisiana.

Jan 17, 2025 · Avian influenza Type A viruses spread among wild birds. This can cause outbreaks in poultry and backyard flocks. Since 2022, these viruses have been detected in 19 species of mammals. NCDA&CS provides regular updates on HPAI virus detections in North Carolina.

Nov 12, 2024 · Avian influenza (or avian flu) is a viral disease that affects all species of birds and some mammals. Avian flu can make people sick, but this is rare. This happens when people come into contact with a sick animal.

2 days ago · WEDNESDAY, Jan. 29, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- A commercial turkey flock in North Carolina has tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), also known as bird flu, the North ...

2 days ago · This is the second case of bird flu found in commercial poultry in North Carolina this year, the first being in Hyde County, according to the NCDA&CS. North Carolina has had 12 commercial flocks and eight backyard flocks affected with the bird flu, according to state data.

2 days ago · A commercial turkey flock in North Carolina has tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), also known as bird flu, the North Carolina Department of Agriculture confirmed Tuesday.

5 days ago · Avian influenza (AI), also known as bird flu or fowl plague, is a disease caused by avian influenza A virus. Avian influenza is divided into two categories based on how severe the illness. These two categories are low pathogenic avian influenza (LPAI) and highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI).

3 days ago · A commercial turkey flock tested positive for bird flu in North Carolina. This is the second case of High Path Avian Influenza in commercial poultry in North Carolina this year. 24/7 Live Raleigh ...

Jan 23, 2025 · Avian Influenza: What North Carolinians Need to Know to Keep Themselves and Their Pets Safe. Wild bird migratory season is approaching, bringing heightened risk for transmission of the emerging H5N1 strain of bird flu. ... In North Carolina, poultry and livestock producers are taking steps to prevent the spread of H5N1 in their animal ...

Apr 10, 2024 · PRESS RELEASE — As indicated by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services, Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza was detected in a dairy herd in North Carolina. HPAI was previously detected in dairy herds in Texas, Kansas, Michigan, Idaho, New Mexico and Ohio.